The Awakening: Response 4 of 4

          Why is Edna messing around with these men?! Her husband and children are away, she has a doctor trying to figure her out, she gave herself to a man other than the one she is married to AND the one she clearly states that she loves! This is chaos in my mind, but coming to the end of this story shows me a beauty in a female's life. Of course, if it were to take place in today's society, the woman could get awfully hurt and abandoned, however I see beauty in the events held by Edna Pontellier.
           First of all, I feel this wonder knowing that she had the courage to stray away from her possessive, societally-serious husband, but also understood the lifelong love, nurture, and compassion she's long to give to her two sons. Secondly, she gained a new love where she felt this dream-like reality, which is so endearing to my heart. I, too, believe that I can somehow relate because every single time love is involved in my life, whether it be with God, family, or a significant relation, it seems as if it were a dream that I get to live every second of the day; a joy in my life that sparks my heart every second of the day. The Awakening showed me and clarified the signals to knowing when something is right; when something comes along and nourishes your heart and soul. Thirdly, I do see that Mrs.Pontellier had had an affair with Alcee. This shows me just how crazily emotions can play a role in a woman's life, no matter how young or old. We feel so deeply, even if we are the most hard-headed or heavy-hearted; however, we take risks and chances to fulfill our needs in some way that may be very much out of desperation, but we realize that we can only learn, and that we will learn, sooner or later. Lastly, I am appalled that Edna Pontellier had committed suicide. But the suspicion occurred when Mademoiselle Reisz gave insight on a bird that soared high above the waters, but had unfortunately taken a weakened fall into those waters gaining bruisings and death...I'd say this is a beautiful and heart felt tragedy.
          Oh, for the love of womanhood! During the time of my read of such an outstanding novel, I have gained so much, and feel a sense of inspiration that floods my mind indirectly. After finishing this book, I feel as if there is so much for me to think of and establish insight to in relation to my own life being a female. The actions, the awakening, makes me feel proud to be a young lady. I feel the urge to provide myself a successful, lovely, and full-lead life! Not only has Edna Pontellier-the "awakened" in the awakening- revealed to herself her moral and societal truths, but so have I, even though this book originates from earlier times long before my lifetime. Who would've known just how much a literary work can affect one's life! I feel so strong and empowered when it comes to how I wish to lead my life even more than I already have decided. I also have gained the will to encourage and guide other young girls in this discovery-or better yet- this AWAKENING!